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Friday, September 3, 2010

It is with great sadness to report the passing of John Fitzke, January 12, 2010.

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on January 24, 2010

John Fitzke, retired as United States Navy Master Chief (E-9).   John was a highly revered member and served as a Past Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4647.  From 1995 to 1996 he served as a State Commander, and co-chair of the National Legislative Committee for the VFW.

A Memorial Service will be held at VFW Post 4647, located at 3300 U Street in Antelope, CA on Wednesday, January 27th at 1 PM

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Song for all the men and women serving our country, and who have served.

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on December 13, 2009

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Operation Candy Cane is in full swing!

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on December 7, 2009

We are putting together care packages for the troops.

We have a donation can at the post.
We also have donation jars on the bar at the canteen to help pay for postage.  The boxes cost $11.95 per box.
We have collected 7000 candy canes and 120 boxes of Keebler cookies, plus drink mix,
beef jerky, gum and other misc items.  We have 6 post members serving over there right now.
Some items you can donate:

  • Foot Powder
  • Hand Sanitizer-travel size
  • Wet naps
  • Toothpaste
  • Dental floss
  • Lotion – travel size
  • Thumb tacks
  • Nuts
  • Orbit gum
  • Drink mix
  • Beef Jerky
  • Campbell’s soup at hand
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Have you ever wanted to thank a soldier but didn’t know quite how? Have you heard of the gratitude campaign?

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on August 28, 2009

http://www.gratitudecampaign.org

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Coming home…a very personal journey

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on February 14, 2009

This is a moving tribute by a fellow veteran returning from duty in Iraq.

There are no words that I can express for the emotions that this video stirred in my heart. So touching, so real and personal.  ~ Chrysti

I present you, “I Will Keep You In My Eye (a place on the map)”. by Susan http://www.youtube.com/user/ooolong9

This video does not specifically represent all of the views of the United States Armed Forces.

Just like everything else in life, war is an individual experience. It’s not a political objective, it’s a change of life. Personally I had it so very lucky in comparison.

I posted this video, because I was trying to work Misty Mayhems music into a video. I listened to this song about lost love, and all I could think of was Iraq. Taking a shower I tried to wash the idea down the drain because I swore that I would never post something like this, or do anything that would publicly credit myself. Not because I am ashamed, quite the opposite, but not prepared to openly share this experience, which I hadnt done until now, with out lacing it with a sense of patriotism to mask my more subtle feelings on the matter.

These people touched my life, and like others, my thoughts turn to them, and this experience. I know not everyone feels the same, and understandably so.

Lessons learned: When away from family, friends, car, TV shows, and most of my worldly attachments, and put my efforts into a cause that I believed in, I found a sense of peace that I had rarely found before, and never for any duration of time. This wasn’t in a church house; it was in my heart. Not that there was all peace and love there, but when I actually stopped and taught someone something, helped somebody, it was always there.

At those times I found the person I could be.
http://www.youtube.com/user/ooolong9

“I’m Not Here” by Mysti Mayhem
Used with permission
http://www.youtube.com/mystimayhem
thank you Mysti.

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Freecycle it!

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on October 19, 2008

Freecycle groups match people who have things they need to get rid of with people who can use them. Whether it’s a chair, a fax machine, piano, old door, clothing, dishes, toys or anything useful feel free to post it. Or maybe you’re looking to acquire something yourself! Nonprofit groups are also welcome to participate! The goal of Freecycle.org is to keep usable items out of the landfill. By using what we already have on this earth, we reduce consumerism, manufacture fewer goods, and lessen the impact on the earth. Another benefit of using Freecycle is that it encourages us to get rid of junk that we no longer need and promote community involvement in the process. Free your inner pack rat!
Find out more about the VERY fast-growing international Freecycle movement at Freecycle.org

Below are the groups in the Sacramento Region:
Carmichael
Citrus Heights
Elk Grove
Fair Oaks
Orangevale
Placerville
Rancho Cordova
Rio Linda
Rocklin
Roseville
Sacramento
North Sacramento
South Sacramento
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Upcoming Job Fair for Veterans!

Posted by Chrystina Tovani on August 29, 2008


State of California

Honor a Hero Hire a Vet

 

JOB and RESOURCE FAIR

 

Job and resource fair for Veterans, National Guard, and Reservists returning from active duty. 

Friday, September 19, 2008

1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

American River College

4700 College Oak Drive

Sacramento, CA 95841

 

  • Dress for success and bring your resume
  • Meet and interview with employers
  • Obtain benefits, training, and career information
  • Replace lost records, medical records, and your DD214
  • Get assistance from DMV and CalVet financing
  • Veterans-start/grow a small business
  • Contracts for veteran-owned businesses
  • Veterans from all eras welcome

 

 

In partnership with the Employment Development Department, California Community Colleges, California Department of Veterans Affairs, California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, Department of Industrial Relations-Apprenticeship Standards, American River College, California State University Sacramento, Small Business Administration, Sacramento Employment and Training Agency and various federal, state, local and private organizations within Sacramento County.

EDD, an equal opportunity employer/program, is a partner in this event.  Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.  Requests for services, aids and/or alternative formats need to be made prior to the event by calling (916) 227-0301 (voice) TTY users, please call the California Relay Service ad 711.


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